Shipping Operator

Main Responsibilities

• Manage pre-fixture and post-fixture operations on MR, LR1, LR2, Aframax, VLCC and Bitumen vessels.
• Handle all pre-fixture related matters to clear nominated vessels for proposed voyages.
• Voyage optimization & Performance Analysis: Monitor vessel’s daily movement and monitor weather routing.
• Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, shipping partners, and regulatory agencies.
• Liaise and verify with owners regarding oil major approval and ensure vessels have a valid SIRE for trading at all times.
• Demonstrate and help train teams to assess operational and business risks, minimizing impacts which may impede success or growth of the Company/ Group and escalating those which require additional mitigation.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Maritime or relevant qualification, with minimum 10 years of work experience in Shipping Operations in trading house or ship owner.
• Strong knowledge of international, National and local shipping regulations.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify areas for improvement and develop corrective action plans.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Proficient in the use of shipping-related software and technology.
• Experienced with dispute resolution and handling incidents.
• Sound commercial awareness.